Cheddar and Chive Biscuits |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 18 Minutes |
Ready In: 33 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Ingredients:
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour |
1 teaspoon salt |
1 tablespoon baking powder |
6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces |
1 cup grated sharp cheddar |
2 tablespoons snipped chives |
1 cup cold whole milk |
2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter for brushing, optional |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt and baking powder and mix well. Add cold butter, cheese and chives. Use a pastry blender, 2 knives or fingertips to mix in butter until mixture is crumbly, with a few pea-size pieces of butter or cheese remaining. Add milk and gently mix to moisten, no more than 10 seconds. Dough will be rough; do not overwork.
3. Turn dough out onto a large floured work surface and knead gently into a ball, no more than 6 to 8 quick turns. Working quickly, roll dough out into a 1/2-inch-thick circle. Cut out small biscuits using a 1-inch cookie cutter. Gather scraps of dough, roll out again to 1/2-inch thickness and cut out more biscuits. Place biscuits about 1 inch apart on baking sheets. Lightly brush tops of biscuits with melted butter, if desired. Bake until lightly browned on top, 15 to 18 minutes. Serve warm.
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